How long do planning decisions take near Farmoor?

The average planning decision time near Farmoor is 81 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate near Farmoor?

The planning approval rate near Farmoor is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Farmoor?

The most common type of planning application near Farmoor is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Farmoor?

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Farmoor, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farmoor, Oxfordshire.

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About Farmoor

Farmoor is a village located 3.5 miles west of Oxford, having transitioned from Berkshire to Oxfordshire in 1974. Situated near Pinkhill Lock on the River Thames, it features a village shop, a filling station, and the small business park known as Farmoor Court. Developed in the early 20th century, the area was historically referred to as the tything of Stroud, with Farmoor Common now lying beneath a reservoir. This quaint village offers a blend of history and community resources, making it relevant for planning applications in the region.

District: Cumnor

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £507,860 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Oxford West and Abingdon
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 002F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farmoor.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Farmoor.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Farmoor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Farmoor.

P25/V2764/HH - 10 Cumnor Road, Farmoor, Oxford, OX2 9NS
Application for a dropped kerb.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-23
- 10 Cumnor Road Farmoor Oxford OX2 9NS
Application for a dropped kerb.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-17
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- Chandler House Cumnor Road Farmoor Oxford OX2 9NS
Change of use of land to form extension of car park to serve Warburton Building Services (Additional information received 02 August 2024 and additional and amended information received 11 December 202
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-07-27
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- Land to the rear of 8/8A and 9/9A Cumnor Road Farmoor Oxford OX2 9NS
Demolition and like-for-like replacement of the 4 no existing garages, to sit within the existing footprint.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-01-26
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A brief summary of Farmoor in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Farmoor show an average sale price of £507,860, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Farmoor a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Farmoor includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wytham Woods SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Farmoor

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Farmoor. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Farmoor maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Farmoor were full planning applications (5), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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